This class will explore a range of digital historic map resources, both free and subscription based, and how the maps and concepts of spatial thinking may be integrated into humanities and social sciences research and inquiry.

Learn how to prepare tabular census data files for input into ArcGIS Desktop, how to download the corresponding geographic TIGER/Line files and how to join the two together to display the tabular data within the ArcMap environment.

Learn about the numerous data products released by the U.S. Census Bureau, including topics and variables, release frequency and availability of the particular geographic units. The best online interfaces for accessing the particular data you need will also be covered.